Parking; Tie-Down - iKarus C42 Series Pilot Operating Handbook

Pilot Operating Handbook for the C42 Series

5.3 Parking

When parking please consider following factors:
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as a general precaution, set parking brake
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block the wheels with wheel blocks or brake blocks
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flap to zero = position 0
In severe weather and strong wind conditions, tie down the aircraft as
outlined in paragraph 5.4 if a hangar is not available.
Do not set parking brakes during cold weather (when accumulated
moisture may freeze the brakes) or when brakes are overheated.

5.4 Tie-Down

When parking the aircraft outdoors, nose into the wind if possible. Set
parking brakes or block wheels with brake pads.
Use ropes or belts and fasten them to the tie down points (upper end of
the front wing struts). Then secure them to the ground anchors.
Do not use chains, wire or steel cables to tie down the aircraft.
Additionally, mount a rope or strap between the engine cowling and
propeller spinner and secure to another ground anchor.
The control stick must be secured with the help of the safety belt in a fully
retracted position.
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